Oktoberfest at Brookdale! Even though we are unable to have our big parties at this time, that didn’t stop us from enjoying our “Come and Go” event. Residents walked through the venue room to enjoy some German drinking music, an allotment of snacks, and a selection of refreshments that included, of course, Bavarian beverages to make anyone who stopped by say, “Prost!”
Thank you’s go out to residents Delores Fritz and Bill Thienes for the recent yummy treats they donated to staff.
We appreciate all the thoughtfulness and generosity of all family members and residents with your kind gestures. It makes our day knowing we have touched your hearts enough to do something special for us! We are just one big family here at Brookdale Memorial City.
As our residents get out and visit friends and neighbors throughout our community, they remind us that practicing a safe and socially distant fellowship among others can be achieved.
It’s International Coffee Day! What better way to start a new trend in our community. Every Tuesday morning, beginning at 9:30am, we will be opening our Venue Room for our residents and staff to stop by and order their favorite “Cup of Joe on the Go”. We will also have some extra surprises in there for you to choose from to fend off those mid-morning stomach rumbles.
Thank you to our Sales and Marketing Director Amy Lowry, who helped us with making the start-up of the endeavor fabulous!
Bistro Manager, Johanna Castejon, and the rest of the bistro staff have been putting in that extra effort to make sure the bistro is up and ready to go for your service, which starts back up this weekend.
Everyone is so excited and can’t wait to see the residents “smiling eyes” as they are able to come in and select items once again.
Bistro hours will be currently Saturday and Sunday, from 11:00am-3:00pm. We are all ready to see you there!
While this year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s events will be different, they continue to be deeply meaningful. They continue to help raise awareness about the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States. They continue to help raise funds that make a difference in the lives of those facing Alzheimer’s. Brookdale Senior Living Inc. continues to be one of the largest corporate supporters of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. This year, thousands of Brookdale associates, residents, and patients are participating in or supporting virtual walks across the country.
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Brookdale Communities Take Part in Virtual Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Election Day is November 3rd, and resident Ethel has taken advantage of early voting in the city of Houston. What an honor it is to know you, and others like you who continue to go out and do their civic duty.
Of the young adults with autism that pursue further schooling after high school, 75% to 85% are unemployed after graduation. Octogenarian Beverly Ficon is helping change that through her work with Spectrum Works.
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How One Senior Is Helping Young Adults with Autism Find Jobs
It’s Halloween Scavenger Hunt weekend at Brookdale Memorial City.
Clues were posted in Friday’s newsletter and sent to residents and their families. We hope to see you all having a “hunting good time!”
Mom and Dad taught you the value of a buck. Now that they're a little older, is it time to give them a little financial help? Check out our five tips to help manage your parents' finances.
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Five Tips to Help Manage Your Parents' Finances
As a caregiver, you may often put other people’s needs ahead of your own. While you're going above and beyond during this uncertain time, it’s important to take care of yourself. Burnout can interfere with your ability to provide crisis support during a natural disaster or in times of stress and anxiety. To be an effective caregiver, start with giving yourself some love. These self-care tips may help!
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Self-Care for Caregivers During Coronavirus
It’s looking a bit more like Autumn around Memorial City thanks to our Business Office Manager, Lisa Pankow, who loves the holidays with decorations and creating spaces with color and flair!
As residents of Brookdale Memorial City, do you have any ideas for the upcoming holidays for our community? Traditions you would like to see started or adjusted to meet the needs during our socially distant times? Well, do we have a place for you!
Monday, October 12th, at 2:00pm in our Community Room, we will be having our program chat meeting. Bring those ideas, masks, and be ready to have a few snacks because Melanie, the Program Director, always seems to have something to give out. We have to keep your juices flowing! See y’all there!
Our business office associates never cease to amaze us! With the Friday newsletter deadline complete, they focused on assisting in making sure these super cute surprise treats greeted residents on their doors that evening. A small craft project, a gift to give away to another, or simply a snack to have for later, every single person who lives at Memorial City received a freshly baked cookie that they could paint themselves. Thank you, Lisa, Megan, Brandi, and our fabulous security team for getting it all done.
We are proud to be named #1 in Customer Satisfaction in Assisted Living/Memory Care in the J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Senior Living Satisfaction Study. This honor is a testament to the resilience and dedication of our teams. http://bkd.co/6186pD4ZI
This week, Brookdale Memorial City celebrated Veterans Day with a reopening and dedication of our Community Room for our Veterans. New paint, furniture, draperies, decor, and recognition gifts for all. To show appreciation for what our men and women in service gave to this great nation we call the United States of America.
Wishing you all a safe, spooky, and spectacular Halloween!
Another wonderful thank you goes out to one of the awesome residents and their families! Ms. Day and her family recently dropped off a yummy bag full of Egg McMuffins to the staff. We appreciate all the love and support that families and residents have shown our staff this year. You all mean more to us than you know. You are our Memorial City family. We love you all!
Spring has sprung here at Memorial City! Take a moment of your day and soak in the beauty of our outdoor spaces. Residents and associates have done a great job keeping our home pretty as a picture.
When Bill and Louise began considering senior living options for Bill's sister, Pam, the availability of the COVID-19 vaccine became a major point of interest for their next steps. Now, after receiving the vaccine and transitioning to her new community, Pam is an official resident of Brookdale Cary.
Can tech really make pet care a breeze? Grab your furry friend and smartphone, and check out these apps that can make training and playing with your pet as easy as pressing "download".
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6 Senior-Friendly Apps That Make Pet Care a Breeze
Don't miss out on our Virtual Personal Training Sessions. We have a licensed personal trainer live, five sessions a week. Stay socially distant while participating and get the latest information on how to stay fit. Call the Programs Department for more details and class availability.
Happy National Activity Professionals Week to our Program Director Melanie, and Program Assistant Lawanda. We celebrate and thank you both for making our days a little brighter all year long!
Mrs. Scott loves popcorn. So, it only makes sense she was first in line to help us celebrate National Popcorn Day this week. Enjoy your Tutti Fruity popcorn Mrs. Scott.
